Breakout Screenwriting Duo Behind KPop Demon Hunters to Tackle Tim Burton's Attack of the Fifty Foot Woman
Acclaimed screenwriters Danya Jimenez and Hannah McMechan, known for their hit animated film KPop Demon Hunters, are set to take on a new challenge with Tim Burton's highly anticipated reimagining of 1958 science-fiction horror classic, Attack of the Fifty Foot Woman. Warner Bros. Pictures has tapped the duo to pen the screenplay for the project, which is being produced by LuckyChap Entertainment and directed by the iconic filmmaker himself.
Jimenez and McMechan's success with KPop Demon Hunters, which broke records on Netflix and Billboard 200 upon its release last summer, has catapulted them into the spotlight. The film's worldwide phenomenon status earned it a nomination for best animated motion picture at this year's Golden Globes, solidifying the duo's position as one of the most exciting new voices in screenwriting.
The two writers met while attending Loyola Marymount University and went on to pen their breakthrough animated movie after being approached by fellow screenwriter Nicole Perlman with an idea that became KPop Demon Hunters. During a conversation with Variety last year, Jimenez reflected on the film's development process, stating that they started writing during the pandemic in 2020 but were initially uncertain about its success.
The duo expressed their gratitude and surprise upon seeing the trailer for KPop Demon Hunters dropped while they were on set. The film's massive success has left them feeling "shocked" and grateful to have achieved such recognition.
As Jimenez and McMechan take on their new project, it will be interesting to see how they adapt Tim Burton's unique style to the classic sci-fi horror genre. With the experience of developing a global phenomenon under their belt, the duo is well-equipped to tackle this ambitious undertaking and deliver a captivating and entertaining film that fans of both KPop Demon Hunters and Attack of the Fifty Foot Woman can't wait to see.
LuckyChap Entertainment's involvement in producing the film further adds to the project's momentum, with Margot Robbie, Tom Ackerley, and Josey McNamara at the helm. Kai Dolbashian serves as executive producer, overseeing the development of this exciting new IP.
Acclaimed screenwriters Danya Jimenez and Hannah McMechan, known for their hit animated film KPop Demon Hunters, are set to take on a new challenge with Tim Burton's highly anticipated reimagining of 1958 science-fiction horror classic, Attack of the Fifty Foot Woman. Warner Bros. Pictures has tapped the duo to pen the screenplay for the project, which is being produced by LuckyChap Entertainment and directed by the iconic filmmaker himself.
Jimenez and McMechan's success with KPop Demon Hunters, which broke records on Netflix and Billboard 200 upon its release last summer, has catapulted them into the spotlight. The film's worldwide phenomenon status earned it a nomination for best animated motion picture at this year's Golden Globes, solidifying the duo's position as one of the most exciting new voices in screenwriting.
The two writers met while attending Loyola Marymount University and went on to pen their breakthrough animated movie after being approached by fellow screenwriter Nicole Perlman with an idea that became KPop Demon Hunters. During a conversation with Variety last year, Jimenez reflected on the film's development process, stating that they started writing during the pandemic in 2020 but were initially uncertain about its success.
The duo expressed their gratitude and surprise upon seeing the trailer for KPop Demon Hunters dropped while they were on set. The film's massive success has left them feeling "shocked" and grateful to have achieved such recognition.
As Jimenez and McMechan take on their new project, it will be interesting to see how they adapt Tim Burton's unique style to the classic sci-fi horror genre. With the experience of developing a global phenomenon under their belt, the duo is well-equipped to tackle this ambitious undertaking and deliver a captivating and entertaining film that fans of both KPop Demon Hunters and Attack of the Fifty Foot Woman can't wait to see.
LuckyChap Entertainment's involvement in producing the film further adds to the project's momentum, with Margot Robbie, Tom Ackerley, and Josey McNamara at the helm. Kai Dolbashian serves as executive producer, overseeing the development of this exciting new IP.
. Newsflash: just because they wrote some cute animated movie last year doesn't mean they're automatically good at writing a Tim Burton movie. Like, have you seen his filmography? That's some dark stuff right there 
. And don't even get me started on the fact that they only got this job because their previous movie broke records and went viral 
. Where's the substance in that?
. With LuckyChap Entertainment on board, this project is gonna be HUGE 
! Can't wait to see what kind of magic Jimenez and McMechan bring to the table 
. I love how Tim Burton's style is all over the place, but in a good way – it's like he has this crazy vision that always blows me away 
. The fact that LuckyChap Entertainment is producing this film with Margot Robbie and Tom Ackerley at the helm is giving me major blockbuster vibes 
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! The fact that Tim Burton himself is getting involved is super exciting - he's got this whole unique style going on that's gonna be fascinating to see merged with sci-fi horror. I'm curious to know how the duo will adapt their storytelling skills from animation to live-action, but given their success, I've got no doubt they'll knock it outta the park 
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... like, Danya and Hannah went from being unknown screenwriters to becoming a household name in just one film 
it's crazy how quickly their careers took off, right? but you can't help but wonder what they'll do with this next project... are they gonna take the reins and steer it in a completely new direction or will Tim Burton's signature style be the guiding force behind the movie? 
